Chibi Samurai Wants a Pet

Chibi Samurai Wants a Pet

By Sanae Ishida (Little Bigfoot)
  • Fiction
  • Set in Japan

Keywords: humor, ninja, nature, exploration

This is the second in a creative series featuring Little Kunoichi the Ninja Girl and her friend, Chibi Samurai. Author and illustrator Sanae Ishida creates whimsical, engaging characters to lead young readers into Japanese culture.  Clues to traditional games and toys, folktales and legends, musical instruments, and pastimes such as collecting insects are hidden throughout the watercolor illustrations.  Children will love the humorous text, and a guide at the end, “Did you know,” offers practical information.

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